جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Sleep and Memory
• Memory Consolidation
• Language Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jakke Tamminen is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the Department of Psychology, Royal Holloway, University of London. He leads research at the Royal Holloway Sleep Laboratory, focusing on the intersection of sleep, memory, and learning processes across both adult and child populations. Dr. Tamminen's primary research investigates how sleep impacts memory consolidation and learning, employing behavioral methods and polysomnography techniques. His work spans language and word learning paradigms, examining how sleep architecture influences cognitive processing and educational outcomes. He maintains an active research program that bridges laboratory findings with real-world applications. Analysis of Dr. Tamminen's recent publications reveals a strong methodological emphasis on meta-analytic approaches and controlled experimental designs. His research consistently addresses how sleep timing, duration, and quality affect memory formation across different contexts - from laboratory settings to pandemic conditions. The work demonstrates particular strength in connecting basic cognitive mechanisms with practical educational implications. Dr. Tamminen has secured research funding from multiple prestigious sources including the Leverhulme Trust, Economic & Social Research Council, British Academy, and Experimental Psychology Society. His current active project "How does poor sleep in adolescents impact learning and education?" (2023-2026) continues his investigation into sleep's role in educational outcomes, building on previous work examining sleep's role in linguistic knowledge acquisition and memory consolidation. As leader of the Royal Holloway Sleep Laboratory, Dr. Tamminen oversees research that has garnered significant attention from 6 news outlets, been blogged about 3 times, shared by 45 X users, featured on 1 video, and read by 114 researchers on Mendeley. His work demonstrates substantial academic impact and relevance to contemporary issues in sleep science and education.

• Cryptology
• Cryptanalysis
• RFID Systems
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Violeta Tomasevic is a Professor at Singidunum University's Faculty of Informatics and Computing, where she has been employed since 2007. She teaches across all academic levels (bachelor's, master's, and doctoral) in computer science and informatics fields, with courses including Computer Organization and Architecture, Advanced Software Architectures, and Expert Systems. Her academic journey began with a strong foundation in electrical engineering from the University of Belgrade. Her educational background includes: Doctoral studies in Cryptanalysis at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade (1998-2005) Master's studies in Digital Signal Processing at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade (1988-1994) Basic studies in Electronics at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade (1983-1988) Tomasevic's research primarily focuses on cryptology, specializing in cryptanalysis, RFID systems security, and multi-criteria decision making. Her work bridges theoretical cryptography with practical applications in information security and business decision support. She has made significant contributions to time-memory trade-off techniques in cryptographic analysis and has extended her expertise into insurance technology applications, particularly regarding cybersecurity threats in modern insurance systems. Her research demonstrates a consistent trajectory from foundational work in expert systems to advanced cryptographic research and practical business applications. Her publication record shows a clear evolution from early work on expert systems and business decision support to specialized cryptographic research, particularly in RFID protocols and stream ciphers like RC4. Recent publications demonstrate her expanding interests into educational data mining and insurance technology applications. The interdisciplinary nature of her work connects computer science with business applications, reflecting Singidunum University's emphasis on practical, industry-relevant research. Tomasevic has participated in numerous research projects throughout her career, including domestic projects funded by the Ministry of Science (BEST, FIDES), commercial projects for domestic and international clients (BASF), and European Commission FP6 projects (PROMETEA, Web4Web). She was also involved in the Joint Project Office cooperation program with the Fraunhofer FIRST Institute from Berlin. She has authored several textbooks including 'Basics of computer architecture and organization' (2019), 'Basics of computer technology' (2012), and 'Application software development' (2012), which support her teaching activities in computer science education at Singidunum University.

• Neurobehavioral Research
• Cognitive Function
• Addiction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Edward Daniel Levin is Professor in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University School of Medicine, with secondary appointments in Psychology and Neuroscience, Pharmacology & Cancer Biology, and the Nicholas School of the Environment. He serves as Chief of the Neurobehavioral Research Lab in the Psychiatry Department and maintains affiliations with the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences, Duke Cancer Institute, and Duke Initiative for Science & Society. Dr. Levin earned his Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin, Madison in 1984. His research spans three interconnected domains: basic neurobiology of cognition and addiction, neurobehavioral toxicology, and development of novel therapeutic treatments for cognitive dysfunction and substance abuse. His laboratory employs both rodent and zebrafish models to investigate neural mechanisms underlying cognitive processes. Dr. Levin's work has consistently focused on nicotine's effects on learning, memory, and attention, with particular emphasis on alpha7 and alpha4beta2 nicotinic receptor subtypes in the hippocampus, amygdala, thalamus, and frontal cortex. His research examines interactions between these receptors and dopamine D1/D2 and glutamate NMDA systems. He has documented nicotine's memory-enhancing effects in both normal rats and those with specific brain lesions, and has conducted human studies assessing nicotine effects in schizophrenia, Alzheimer's Disease, and ADHD. His recent publications reveal an expanding focus on developmental neurotoxicology, particularly examining transgenerational effects of environmental contaminants including pesticides, flame retardants, heavy metals, and cannabis. His research demonstrates how basic neuroscience findings inform toxicology studies and vice versa, creating a powerful translational research approach with significant public health implications. Dr. Levin's laboratory represents a sophisticated integration of basic neuroscience, pharmacology, environmental health, and clinical applications. His work has been featured in media coverage on topics including climate change effects on the brain, decision-making research, and ADHD connections to secondhand smoke exposure.

Richard Daniel Mooneyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurobiology
• Neural Circuits
• Vocal Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Richard Daniel Mooney is the George Barth Geller Distinguished Professor for Research in Neurobiology at Duke University School of Medicine, where he also serves as Professor of Cell Biology and Director of the T32 Neurobiology Training Program. He is a Faculty Network Member of the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences. Dr. Mooney received his B.S. from Yale University in 1981 and his Ph.D. from California Institute of Technology in 1991. Dr. Mooney's research focuses on the neural mechanisms by which experience guides learning, behavior, and perception. His laboratory explores the structure and function of sensorimotor circuits important to learned vocal communication in songbirds and auditory-motor integration in mice. His group has developed extensive technical expertise including in vivo multiphoton neuronal imaging, chronic recording of neural activity in freely behaving animals, intracellular recordings, and manipulation of neuronal activity using electrical, chemical and optogenetic methods. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on vocal learning circuits, auditory-motor integration, and neuromodulatory control of vocal behavior. His work spans from cellular and synaptic mechanisms to systems-level neural dynamics, with particular emphasis on how neural circuits encode, produce, and refine vocal communication. His research bridges basic neuroscience with potential applications for understanding human speech disorders. Major Awards: National Academy of Sciences Member (2024) American Academy of Arts & Sciences Member (2020) Sloan Research Fellowship in Neuroscience (1997) Advanced Mini-Microscope Award (2014) Dr. Mooney has mentored numerous students and postdoctoral fellows who have gone on to successful careers in neuroscience. His laboratory receives substantial funding from multiple NIH grants, including the Neurobiology Training Program which he directs. His team works at the cutting edge of neural circuit analysis, developing innovative approaches to understand how complex behaviors like vocal learning are encoded in brain circuits.

Nina Kazaninaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience of Language
• Neural Mechanisms of Linguistic Computation
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Nina Kazanina is a faculty member in the Department of Basic Neurosciences at the University of Geneva’s Faculty of Medicine. She co-directs the NCCR Evolving Language and previously served as an Associate Professor in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience of Language at the University of Bristol’s School of Psychological Science. Research focuses on the neural mechanisms underlying language, memory, and cognitive domains Lab employs EEG, MEG, fMRI, and behavioral methods Translational work targets language assessment in neurodegeneration and stroke Recent work explores grammatical abstraction in language models, neural oscillations in syntax, and reward-modulated memory. Her lab investigates how the brain encodes linguistic categories and hierarchical structures, bridging neuroscience and theoretical linguistics. Key translational applications include cognitive assessment across the lifespan. Lab members include postdocs (Theo Desbordes, Berk Gercek, Mamady Nabe, Itsaso Olasagasti) and PhD student Katarina Labancova. Contact: nina.kazanina@unige.ch

• Medical Sciences
• Pharmacology
• Neuropharmacology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kinga Gaweł, MD, PhD, DSc serves as Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology at the Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lublin. She maintains an active research and leadership role within the institution. Her research program focuses on: Pharmacological mechanisms in animal models (rats, mice, zebrafish) Neurobehavioral effects of substances including ethanol Brain receptor function (particularly L-type) Anxiety and memory processes Translational applications from animal to human studies With 98 documented publications, Dr. Gaweł's work demonstrates consistent scholarly output examining how drugs and substances affect neural systems and behavior. Her research employs diverse animal models to investigate fundamental neurological processes with potential clinical applications. She has received 2 documented achievements, supervised 1 doctoral thesis, and led 4 research projects. Her work shows strong interdisciplinary connections between basic pharmacology and clinical applications, as evidenced by the inclusion of both animal and human subjects in her research profile.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Habit Formation
• Addiction (Gambling Disorder, Alcohol Use Disorder)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tim van Timmeren is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University's Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences within the Department of Social, Health and Organisational Psychology (SHOP). He is affiliated with the Goal Lab and Self-regulation Lab, focusing on translating basic cognitive neuroscience findings to applied human research on habits and addiction. His work combines experimental paradigms with neuroimaging and computational modeling. Master's in Cognitive Neuroscience (Donders Institute, Radboud University) PhD in Psychiatry (Amsterdam UMC) His research explores habit mechanisms in addiction disorders, behavioral flexibility, and digital disconnection. Recent publications analyze smartphone-based interventions for habitual behaviors, cortico-striatal connectivity, and lay beliefs about self-control. He collaborates across institutions including University of Amsterdam, Radboud University, and Amsterdam UMC. Key publication trends include: 2024-2025 work on self-control beliefs and digital disconnection frameworks 2023 studies linking white-matter connectivity to goal-directed control 2022 research on implementation intentions and working memory effects He contributes to courses in behavioral regulation, health psychology, and research methods while maintaining active external collaborations. His work aligns with UU research themes 'Dynamics of Youth' and 'Governing the Digital Society'.

• Music Psychology
• Music Cognition
• Auditory Memory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tim Byron is a Lecturer in the School of Psychology at the University of Wollongong, Faculty of the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, where he has held academic appointments since 2018. His research focuses on the intersection of music psychology and cognitive processes, particularly examining how musical structures interact with memory systems and expectation formation. His educational background includes a PhD from Western Sydney University (2004-2009), which provided the foundation for his specialized work in music cognition. This training is evident in his methodologically rigorous approach to studying auditory phenomena. Byron's research program centers on music cognition with particular emphasis on earworm phenomena, musical hooks, and the physiological responses to musical expectation violations. His work demonstrates how musical elements like vocals, compound hooks, and choruses enhance memorability through complex interactions between auditory processing and memory systems. Recent investigations have explored autonomic responses to rhythm changes using heart rate variability measurements, revealing the deep physiological embedding of musical processing. Analysis of his publication trends shows consistent output across multiple formats including high-impact journal articles, book chapters, and media contributions. His work spans fundamental cognitive processes in music perception to applied analyses of contemporary streaming habits and chart music evolution. The 2022 book "Hooks in Popular Music" represents a significant synthesis of his research on musical catchiness factors. Byron actively supervises doctoral research with five current students working on topics including cardiac responses during music listening, philosophical pitch analysis, and mental health in music performance students. His teaching portfolio includes coordinating the History and Philosophy of Psychology course while offering supervision in music psychology and cognition. His leadership roles include serving as Head of Students since February 2023 and regular media engagement through The Conversation, ABC broadcasts, and international conference presentations. This public scholarship demonstrates effective translation of complex cognitive concepts for broader audiences.

• Neuroscience
• Memory Consolidation
• Hippocampus
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Zhang Xiaomin is an Assistant Professor of Neuroscience at the Brain Research Institute, University of Zurich. Her research focuses on understanding the cellular and circuitry mechanisms underlying episodic memory consolidation in the hippocampus, with particular relevance to early-onset Alzheimer's disease. She employs advanced in vivo electrophysiological recordings and optical tools to investigate single-neuron dynamics, neuronal population coding properties, and the role of neuromodulation during spatial memory consolidation. Her educational background includes: Bachelor's degree in Biomedicine from China Master's degree in Neuroscience from China Ph.D. from University of Heidelberg, Germany under Prof. Andreas Draguhn Postdoctoral fellowship at Institute of Science and Technology, Austria under Prof. Peter Jonas Dr. Zhang's research primarily investigates how episodic memories, which initially are fragile, become consolidated for long-term retention. She has established in vivo whole-cell patch-clamp recording techniques in head-fixed behaving animals to study memory consolidation mechanisms. Her work bridges cellular neuroscience with cognitive function, focusing on how disruptions in these processes contribute to Alzheimer's disease pathology. The laboratory employs cutting-edge methodologies including advanced electrophysiology, optical tools, and computational approaches to understand neural coding during memory formation. Analysis of her publication record reveals a strong focus on hippocampal function, particularly dentate gyrus circuitry and granule cell dynamics. Her research trajectory shows progression from basic cellular mechanisms to more complex network-level questions, with increasing emphasis on computational approaches and disease models. The publications demonstrate expertise in both experimental neuroscience and computational analysis, with significant contributions to understanding how neural circuits process spatial information and consolidate memories. Her scientific achievements have been recognized through prestigious awards: SNSF Prima Fellowship Synapsis Foundation Career Development Award Dr. Zhang leads the Laboratory of Memory Consolidation at the University of Zurich, where she mentors a diverse research team including multiple PhD students and research assistants. Her group continues to investigate the neuronal mechanisms underlying impaired episodic memory formation, with the ultimate goal of identifying potential therapeutic targets for Alzheimer's disease and related memory disorders. The laboratory maintains active collaborations with other neuroscience research groups at the Brain Research Institute and beyond.

Katja Mehlhornمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Cognitive Psychology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Decision Making
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Katja Mehlhorn is a Lecturer and coordinator of the AI learning communities program at the Department of Artificial Intelligence, Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Groningen. She teaches courses such as Introduction to Artificial Intelligence , Basic Scientific Skills , and Introduction to the Brain , often delivered through innovative learning-community settings. Education: PhD in Cognitive Modeling from University of Groningen PhD in Cognitive Modeling from Chemnitz University of Technology Her research focuses on how memory processes influence hypothesis generation and decision-making, using behavioral experiments and cognitive models. She has organized academic events like the Groningen Spring School on Cognitive Modeling and the International Conference on Cognitive Modeling. She combines her academic expertise with extensive work in therapeutic horse riding and equine-assisted workshops. These include kinderlessen , ponykampen , and collaborations with methods like the Masterson Method and Horse Boy Method . Her unique approach integrates cognitive psychology principles into equine education and therapy. Contact: Room 316, Bernoulliborg University of Groningen, Nijenborgh 9, 9747 AG Groningen Email: s.k.mehlhorn@rug.nl Phone: +31 50 36 37671

• Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
• Electroencephalography
• Experimental Psychology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dennis Schutter is a Professor at Utrecht University in the Department of Psychology within the School of Social and Behavioural Sciences. His academic appointment focuses on the Experimental Biopsychology of Emotion and Motivation, with a particular emphasis on understanding neural mechanisms underlying emotional processes in both healthy and clinical populations. Dr. Schutter's primary research interests span the intersection of neuroscience and psychology, with specific expertise in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Electroencephalography (EEG), Experimental Psychology, and Emotion research. His work primarily investigates the cerebellum's role in emotional processing, motivation, and psychopathology, with particular attention to non-invasive brain stimulation techniques. Recent research has expanded into understanding cerebellar contributions to aggression, reward processing, and stress regulation, often employing multimodal neuroimaging approaches. His work bridges basic neuroscience with clinical applications, particularly in military and veteran populations. Analysis of Dr. Schutter's extensive publication record reveals a clear progression from fundamental neuroscience investigations toward clinical applications. His early work established methodological approaches for studying emotional processing with brain stimulation techniques, while his recent publications demonstrate increasing focus on cerebellar contributions to emotional disorders and the therapeutic potential of non-invasive brain stimulation. There's a notable emphasis on military populations and aggression research in his most recent work, reflecting translational applications of his basic science findings. Dr. Schutter is actively involved in Utrecht University's Dynamics of Youth (DoY) and Life Sciences (LS) initiatives, participating in multidisciplinary research that integrates psychological, neurological, and clinical perspectives. His work demonstrates consistent productivity and growing influence in the field of affective neuroscience, with numerous high-impact publications and contributions to consensus papers on cerebellar function.

• Developmental Psychology
• Theory of Mind in Children
• Comparative Cultural Psychology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hiroko Norimatsu is a Senior Lecturer in Developmental Psychology at the Department of Psychology, University of Toulouse Jean Jaurès. She is affiliated with the "Language & Cognitive Processes" research team at the CLLE Laboratory (Cognition, Languages, Ergonomics), UMR 5263, where she conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of developmental psychology, cognitive science, and cross-cultural studies. Dr. Norimatsu's primary research interests focus on three interconnected areas: (1) the development of socio-cognitive skills in young children, particularly Theory of Mind in both typically developing children and those with Autism Spectrum Disorder; (2) socio-cultural factors influencing parental decision-making regarding infant feeding practices and weaning across different cultural contexts; and (3) child accident prevention through understanding risk perception in early development. Her work employs comparative methodologies, frequently examining differences between Japanese, French, and American cultural contexts. Analysis of Dr. Norimatsu's recent publication record reveals a consistent trajectory of research exploring the relationship between Theory of Mind development and various social-cognitive abilities in early childhood. Her work has increasingly focused on humor development as an indicator of socio-cognitive understanding, with several recent studies examining how typically developing children and those with ASD understand and produce humor. This represents an evolution from her earlier work on basic Theory of Mind development to more complex social-cognitive phenomena. Her cross-cultural approach remains a consistent methodological strength across her publication history. Dr. Norimatsu has secured research funding from prestigious sources including the Japanese Ministry of Education and KAKEN-JSPS (grant number 23653192, April 2011-March 2015), which supported comparative research on infant feeding practices. Her collaborative approach is evident in her extensive co-authorship network spanning multiple countries and disciplinary perspectives. As a member of the "Language & Cognitive Processes" team at CLLE Laboratory, Dr. Norimatsu contributes to a vibrant research environment that bridges cognitive science, linguistics, and developmental psychology. Her ongoing projects suggest future research directions will continue to explore the intersection of cultural context, cognitive development, and social understanding in early childhood, with particular attention to applications for children with developmental differences.

Hua Suمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cerebrovascular Research
• Molecular and Cellular Biology
• Gene Therapy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hua Su, MD is a Professor in Residence in the Department of Anesthesia at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). She serves as the Associate Director for the Center for Cerebrovascular Research and Vice Chair of the UCSF Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Her work spans molecular and cellular biology with a specific focus on cerebrovascular and cardiovascular research. Dr. Su's research interests encompass adeno-associated viral vector (AAV)-mediated tissue specific gene transfer, the pathogenesis of cerebrovascular malformation, development of new therapies for ischemic stroke and arteriovenous malformation, and the impact of aging, peripheral injury (such as bone fracture), and innate immune response on stroke recovery. Her work bridges basic science with clinical applications, particularly in understanding how bone fractures exacerbate stroke outcomes and identifying therapeutic targets to improve recovery. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), with particular emphasis on genetic factors like endoglin and ALK1, inflammatory processes, and therapeutic approaches including gene therapy. Her research consistently explores the intersection of vascular biology, neuroinflammation, and recovery mechanisms following cerebrovascular events. Dr. Su leads a productive research group with numerous publications featuring consistent collaborators who appear to be her trainees and research staff. Her work has significant translational potential, particularly in developing gene therapies for vascular malformations and interventions to improve stroke recovery, especially in the context of comorbid conditions like bone fractures.

Chuang Ganمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computer Vision
• Graph Deep Learning
• Multimodal Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Chuang Gan is a distinguished researcher holding dual positions as a Principal Research Staff Member at the MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab and an Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. His work bridges academic research and industrial applications in artificial intelligence, with particular focus on advancing the frontiers of computer vision and multimodal learning systems. Dr. Gan's research interests span multiple interconnected domains within artificial intelligence. He specializes in video understanding, with deep expertise in representation learning, neural-symbolic visual reasoning, audio-visual scene analysis, and embodied intelligence. His work frequently integrates graph deep learning techniques with neuro-symbolic approaches to create more interpretable and robust AI systems. The recurring themes across his research portfolio include developing models that can understand physical dynamics from visual inputs, creating systems capable of embodied reasoning, and building bridges between symbolic and neural approaches to artificial intelligence. His publications reveal a strong trend toward increasingly sophisticated multimodal systems that integrate visual, auditory, and linguistic information. Over time, his work has evolved from basic video understanding tasks to complex embodied reasoning systems capable of physical simulation, 3D scene understanding, and multi-agent collaboration. A notable pattern is the progression from analyzing static scenes to understanding dynamic physical interactions and embodied agent behaviors in increasingly complex environments. Microsoft Fellowship Baidu Fellowship Dr. Gan's research has received significant recognition from major technology companies through prestigious fellowships and has been widely covered by leading media outlets including CNN, BBC, The New York Times, WIRED, Forbes, and MIT Tech Review. His work at the MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab provides him with access to substantial resources for cutting-edge AI research, while his academic position enables him to train the next generation of AI researchers. His collaborations with prominent researchers like Antonio Torralba demonstrate his integration within the top echelons of the computer vision and AI research community. At the MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab, Dr. Gan leads research initiatives focused on advancing video understanding and embodied intelligence. His work contributes to the lab's mission of developing AI systems that can perceive, reason about, and interact with the physical world in more human-like ways. His research group likely focuses on developing novel architectures for multimodal learning, creating benchmarks for physical reasoning, and building systems that can transfer knowledge between simulation and real-world environments.

Lydia Brocklessمشاهده پروفایل

مربی

• Sculpture
• Paper Art
• Landscape Art
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Lydia Brockless is a tutor for Future Creatives short courses at University of the Arts London (UAL), teaching art classes for children and teenagers. She is concurrently pursuing a Master's in Sculpture while maintaining a diverse portfolio career that includes freelance projects and brewery work. Her artistic practice centers on material transformation, using paper, plaster, and wire to reinterpret natural elements like rocks, water, and plants. She explores profound themes including humanity's relationship with Earth, geological time, archaeology, memory, and surface pattern theory—drawing specific inspiration from William Morris' Willow Bough print. Her work emphasizes how basic materials gain new identities through manipulation, such as crumpled paper mimicking fabric or metal. Lydia champions experimental approaches in creative education, advocating that mistakes drive authentic learning. She encourages students to deconstruct perfectionism through iterative processes and scale manipulation, while advising emerging artists to cultivate diverse skills and find inspiration beyond traditional galleries in everyday environments.